DirectX 12 has challenged gamers who want to benchmark, because it breaks compatibility with many tools used to capture performance in any game. OCAT, new from AMD, is the first good all-purpose DX12 benchmark.

Whether you're in the fast ring, or hanging back in the slow ring, there are lots of new features in Microsoft's latest beta update to Windows 10. Highlights include more Cortana voice commands, and less intrusive updates.

There is a rumor Nvidia could reveal a new Shield Android TV set-top box during CES 2017. The changes will reportedly be minimal at best, so don't expect a major upgrade. Sources claim the controller will drop Wi-Fi Direct.

The developers of the PokéLens demo for Microsoft's HoloLens AR headset provides the source files on GitHub for all to use. The demo currently enables HoloLens wearers to initiate a battle and summon their favorite Pokémon.

A 22-year-old student in Australia wanted to return home to New Zealand for the holidays and tried to update his passport, but was rejected by facial recognition software used by the online renewal system. It said his eyes were closed.

Apple updated its online support site to now show third-party repair shops -- something that should help customers get repairs without having to wait weeks on end to book an appointment at the Apple Store.

HP introduced the HP Envy 27 desktop monitor in October, and has now made it available to purchase. The panel sports a 4K resolution and a USB Type-C port for charging PCs and mobile devices. The display includes AMD's FreeSync technology.